Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, during which Muslims around the world observe a month-long period of fasting, prayer, and reflection. It is considered to be the holiest month of the Islamic year, and it is believed that the Qur'an was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad during this month.
During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset each day, abstaining from food, drink, and other physical needs as a way of purifying the body and focusing on spiritual matters. The fast is broken each evening with a meal called iftar, and many Muslims also wake up early in the morning for a pre-dawn meal called suhoor.
In addition to fasting, Muslims also engage in increased prayer and acts of charity during Ramadan. Many also strive to improve their relationships with others and deepen their understanding of their faith.
At the end of Ramadan, Muslims celebrate a holiday called Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the fasting period and is a time for joyous festivities and feasting with family and friends.
Here are the expected dates of Ramadan 2023 in different countries:
- United States: March 22 to April 20
- United Kingdom: March 22 to April 20
- Canada: March 22 to April 20
- Australia: March 22 to April 20
- Saudi Arabia: March 22 to April 20
- United Arab Emirates: March 22 to April 20
- Qatar: March 22 to April 20
- Egypt: March 22 to April 20
- Indonesia: March 22 to April 20
- Malaysia: March 22 to April 20
- Pakistan: March 23 to April 21
- Bangladesh: March 23 to April 21
- India: March 23 to April 21